Vintage Avon earrings featuring navy rhinestones and a gold-tone openwork star design.

▰▰▰▰▰▰AVON▰▰▰▰▰▰ Today, Avon is a familiar name, but its origins trace back to 1886 when David H. McConnell founded the California Perfume Company in New York. It was renamed Avon in 1938, giving the brand over 130 years of history. It is currently the world's second-largest direct-selling company. How did a company that started with perfumes and cosmetics evolve into the jewelry business? Beginning in 1963, Avon's branded jewelry was initially offered solely as gifts or premiums for high-value customers. By 1965, it started being sold in small quantities alongside Avon products. The first collection of Avon jewelry, launched in March 1967, was named "The Precious Pretenders." Due to the immense popularity of Avon's jewelry collections, a dedicated jewelry section appeared in Avon catalogs starting in 1971. By 1975, Avon had become the largest manufacturer of costume jewelry of its time. ▰▰▰▰▰▰VINTAGE JEWELRY DETAILS▰▰▰▰▰▰ Brand Marking: Dot in a circle (Avon mark) ©AVON. "N R" on the earring backs (manufacturer's mark). Era: 1980s-1990s Materials: Gold-plated alloy, rhinestones, steel posts Dimensions: Approximately 1.7 × 1.7 cm Condition: Excellent, with minor signs of age. Note: A version with white rhinestones is also available; please see https://www.pinkoi.com/product/irDfUAPu. ▰▰▰▰▰▰ABOUT THE VINTAGE JEWELRY KIOSK▰▰▰▰▰▰ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51673204030_863373c623_c.jpg ✧I✧ The curator personally selects jewelry and vintage pieces from approximately the 1920s to 1990s, sourced from the US, Canada, UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, Japan, and other regions. ✧II✧ Vintage jewelry has weathered decades of time. Even unworn stock may not be in pristine condition. **Please communicate and consider carefully** before making a purchase. ✧III✧ Any flaws or signs of wear on vintage items are accurately depicted in the photos. **Please examine them closely** before buying. Inquiries via email are also welcome. ✧IV✧ All vintage pieces are given a general cleaning before sale; excessive cleaning is avoided. Any repairs or component replacements will be detailed in the product description. ✧V✧ The curator endeavors to share the stories behind the vintage jewelry. Please feel free to share any questions or insights regarding the details. ✧VI✧ There will inevitably be color variations depending on the display settings of different devices. Please contact us via email to confirm colors; the curator will do his/her best to assist with your shopping experience. ✧VII✧ Follow us to receive a **discount coupon for purchases over a certain amount**, and leave a review after your purchase to get a **discount voucher** (don't miss out). ✧VIII✧ We invite you to follow the Vintage Jewelry Kiosk on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and more stories about vintage jewelry. ✧IX✧ The curator offers a **deposit reservation service**. Please contact us via email for inquiries. ✧X✧ Unless otherwise arranged, items will be shipped in eco-friendly, secure packaging. Gift wrapping services are available upon request via email **(additional charges apply)**.